Thanks for the stator info! I bought one on Ebay just now for $52 new w/ free shipping 130w. for lt500r. Will that extra wattage help with quicker starting? I measured my spark using spark tester w/ well over 8mm. Zilla specks. I actually read it at 11 mm in length. measured from plug wire to frame. Been hard starting while following every tip in the book w/ little help.